Nintendo 3DS XL also features a much larger battery life, estimated to last between 3.5-6.5 hours for 3DS games, and 6-10 hours for DS titles.

The new console comes with a 4GB SD card, twice as large as the 2GB SD card that comes with the 3DS.

Regrettably, the 3DS XL will not come packaged with an AC adapter, though it will be compatible with 3DS, DSi, and DS XL AC adapters. Nintendo will also sell the peripheral separately along with the charging cradle.

3DS XL will come in three colours at launch: red, blue, and silver.

Three announced games for its launch are Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance, TheatRhythm Final Fantasy and New Art Academy.